Applications due 10th November 2026
Bihar stands at a pivotal moment in its development journey, characterised by a young population, rising aspirations and strong linkages with labour markets across India and beyond. As India advances towards the vision of a developed nation by 2047, Bihar’s progress will significantly shape the country’s future.
The Global Convention on Transforming Bihar 2027 seeks to bring together scholars and experts, policymakers, industry leaders, civil society members, development practitioners, and members of the Bihar diaspora from India and abroad to deliberate on pathways for transforming Bihar into a prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable economy.
Pre-Convention:
Prior to the Global Bihar Development Convention 2027, a two-day International Conference on “Bihar’s Development: Evidences, Perspectives, and Emerging Development Pathways” will be organised on 10–11 January 2027. The Conference will provide a platform to present research papers and deliberate on issues addressing Bihar’s key development challenges.
CALL FOR PAPERS
Scholars, researchers and experts from India and abroad working on Bihar’s development issues are invited to submit original papers. Extended abstracts between 300-400 words may be submitted by 10 November 2026. After peer review, the authors of selected abstracts will be invited for full paper submission by 15 November 2026. The deadline for full paper submission (between 6,000–8,000 words) is 26 December 2026. Apart from this competitive call for papers, some selected scholars will be invited to contribute papers and present them at the Conference.
10th November 2026 - Extended abstract submission due
15th November 2026 - Abstracts acceptance
6th December 2026 - Full paper submission due
Find out about the Pre-Convention and its themes here.
The main event, Global Bihar Development Convention 2027, will follow the pre-convention, running from 12th to 13th January 2027
Registration
Participation in both events is by invitation and registration only. Secure your place early to join the conversation on Bihar’s development.
The deadline for registration for participants requiring accommodation is 30 November 2026. Other participants are requested to register by 15 December, 2026.